The Uncanny X-Men ##282
Marvel Comics • The Uncanny X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
John Byrne
Interior Artist
Whilce Portacio
Cover Artist
Whilce Portacio
Publication Date
November 1991
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance of Bishop (Lucas Bishop), a time-traveling mutant from a dystopian future. The story follows the X-Men (Gold Team) as they pursue Fitzroy, who has traveled to the past with a group of Sentinels.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Minor blunting on the bottom-right corner. Light surface wear and possible soft creasing on the top right. Some visible whitening along the spine edge suggesting ink loss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $35; Graded (CGC 9.8): $150 - $200; Estimated Grade (6.0) Value: $30 - $40.
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition typically sell between $25 and $40 on platforms like eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have stabilized around the $180 mark.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in current condition. To be financially viable for grading, this specific issue usually needs to be a 9.6 or 9.8. Professional cleaning and pressing might improve the score slightly, but color-breaking spine ticks cannot be removed.
Notable Features
Major Key Issue: 1st appearance of Bishop. Contains a cameo by Malcolm and Randall. Whilce Portacio cover and art.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1991 original. The Direct Edition UPC box (with the Spider-Man face silhouette) and the $1.25 price point are consistent with contemporary Marvel distribution for that era. Paper stock appears to be standard newsprint/copper-age quality.